Surgical Technology Programs

While doctors perform surgeries assisted by surgical nurses, Surgical Technologists are the individuals that get the operating room functional and ready to go. Without surgical technologists, surgeons would have no instruments or machinery set up prior to performing their surgeries.

So what exactly does a surgical technologist (also called scrubs and surgical or operating room technicians) do? They assist in surgical operations under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, or other surgical personnel. Before an operation, surgical technologists help prepare the operating room by setting up surgical instruments and equipment, sterile drapes, and sterile solutions. They assemble both sterile and non-sterile equipment, get patients ready for surgery, and transport patients to the operating room. During surgeries, Surgical Technologists also observe patients’ vital signs, check charts, and assist the surgical team with putting on sterile gowns and gloves.

Requiring the shortest course of training, this is a fast track health care career. Because the number of surgical procedures is expected to rise as the population grows and ages, job prospects for Surgical Technicians are extremely good, making Surgical Technologists an excellent health care job.

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Anthem College - Portland, OR

Cambridge College offers highly-instructive training for exciting medical careers in less than 19 months. The school offers programs for some of the fastest growing positions today. More Info...

Brown Mackie College - ,

Getting a college education is one of the smartest moves you can make to improve the quality of your life and career. And the faculty and staff at any one of the 18 Brown Mackie College locations in the Midwest and Southeastern and Southwestern U.S. can truly help you reach that goal, step-by-step. More Info...

Everest University - Several Campus Locations, FL

Everest University offers flexible class schedules, supportive instructors, and dedicated career services to help you every step of the way. Everest focuses on hands-on learning so that graduates hit the work force running. Whatever program you choose, you can rest assured that Everest University is committed to your future, and your success. More Info...

Medical Careers Institute - Several Campus Locations,

Once you decide to become part of the expanding, exciting, and in-demand world of healthcare, selecting the best college to prepare you for your medical career and to meet your needs and goals is clearly one of the most important decisions. Medical Careers Institute understands the aspirations of people who want to experience the rewards of caring and who want a direct route toward their career goal. More Info...

MedVance Institute - Several Campus Locations,

MedVance Institute provides educational opportunities to prepare you to enter the workforce quickly and with the skills employers need. If you are looking for a career that you can realize in a short time, and want to enter the workplace as soon as possible, then consider enrolling at MedVance Institute. More Info...

Miller-Motte Technical College - Wilmington, NC

The mission of Miller-Motte College is to help students acquire the essential career and personal skills and knowledge necessary to secure initial employment in their chosen field. More Info...

Rasmussen College - Mankato, MN

At Rasmussen College, your future is our business! We've been helping people train for successful and exciting careers for more than 100 years, and we'd like to help you find a successful and exciting career, too. More Info...

The Chubb Institute - Chicago, IL

The Chubb Institute is a job training school that gives students the education they need to become a career professional. Relevant, real-world training programs provide our graduates with the job skills today’s employers look for when hiring. More Info...

Virginia College - Mobile, AL

Virginia College offers the benefits of small class sizes and flexible schedules, allowing you to earn the education you want at a time that’s most convenient for you. Financial aid is available for those who qualify and career placement and job assistance continues past graduation, continuing Virginia College's commitment to our students’ futures! More Info...

South College - Knoxville, TN

South College is a private, co-educational, non-sectarian academic institution dedicated to identifying and developing quality programs of study that promote the professional, intellectual, and personal growth of students. Accordingly, the institution offers diverse and well-balanced programs that encourage the development of independent learning and thinking at the baccalaureate, associate, and certificate levels. More Info...